Understand runtime menu-filter priorities
This guide explains that when options/icons/visibility and positions are applied. The guide then takes you through the correct route, the checks to complete before making changes, the workflow in order, and the evidence to review afterwards.
Where to goAdmin Area → Setup → Menu Setup
Before you start
- Verify the module is active and use the exact navigation shown above.
- Use an account with the stated module and core CRM permissions.
- Use known test records when changing statuses, visibility, saved filters or global navigation.
What you’ll accomplish
Know when options/icons/visibility and positions are applied. The instructions below follow the supplied module’s live menu, controller, form, model and JavaScript flow.
Follow these steps
- Go to the relevant Main Menu or Setup Menu builder.
- Make one controlled change that demonstrates the rule.
- Save and reload the CRM navigation.
- Reset after the test when the change is not required.
Fields and options to review
Code-backed ruleCustom options filters run at priority 999; custom position filters run at priority 998 for sidebar and Setup menus.
Rules the system enforces
- Custom options filters run at priority 999; custom position filters run at priority 998 for sidebar and Setup menus.
How to confirm it worked
- Understand runtime menu-filter priorities completes without a validation or permission error.
- The refreshed report, menu or saved-template page shows the expected state.
- A second authorised user sees only the records and navigation allowed by their core CRM permissions.
Security, privacy and operational checks
- Test changes with a non-production record or a controlled administrator account before wider rollout.
- Do not use navigation visibility as a substitute for core CRM record permissions.
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